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Room 13 have been working on their teamwork, communication and balance skills in gymnastics this week. Working together as a team to create these impressive group balances!
January 15, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Rutherglen 900 events begin with the launch on 29th January. Please look at the website , rutherglen900.com for a list of events and the full schools programme. Rm 9's artists have helped promote the Litter Lotto in March. Well done. #Rutherglen900
Rutherglen's 900th Anniversary - Rutherglen 900
Celebrate the Rutherglen's 900th anniversary. Rutherglen 900 is a year-long festival of events, exhibitions and performances.
rutherglen900.com
January 14, 2026 at 7:53 AM
From famous landmarks to Kapla creations 🏗️
Room 11 explored architecture around the world before designing and building their own structures. Fantastic creativity and collaboration 🌍✨
January 13, 2026 at 9:40 PM
Cooking up a storm in Room 13 today! P7 pupils showed off their culinary skills and used seasonal vegetables to create a delicious carrot & parsnip soup. We had lots of visitors stop in to compliment how good our cooking smelled!
January 13, 2026 at 5:54 PM
🌊 How far will you go in 2026? 🌊

P6 pupils analysed How Far I’ll Go from Moana, then reflected on their own curiosity, goals and ambitions for the year ahead. Thoughtful, honest and powerful learning on display 💙
January 8, 2026 at 8:11 PM
Just a gentle reminder that school closes at 2.30pm today. We would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
December 19, 2025 at 8:22 AM
Room 13 created these beautiful book reviews for The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe!

Designing their own wardrobe, their vision of Narnia and incorporating a detailed review of both the book and the movie ❄️
December 17, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Today at Nature Rangers we were learning about compost while creating the floor in our bamboo dome.
December 17, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Rms 1 ,2 and 3 were educating elves today. A full house of successfully graduated elves. What would be your elf name ?
December 17, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Maximum Grinch energy from Room 11 💚🎄
From mischievous smiles to full-on grumpiness — these drawings are packed with character and festive flair.
December 16, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Just like the Grinch… Room 11’s hearts grew three sizes today 💚
We reflected on the people, moments and memories that make us feel happy and loved. So much warmth in one room 🥰
December 16, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Room 13 have be using their budgeting skills, preparing to host their own Christmas Day dinner!

There were definitely some surprised faces to see how expensive things are nowadays! But our P7’s worked well to create delicious looking menus that even Santa would be proud of! 🎄
December 16, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Another outstanding performance from our SportsHall Athletics team! Our P6 and P7 pupils gave their all at the final competition of 2025! The results this team has come away with this term are a testament to the hard work and effort they have put in over the last few months! Well done #TeamBurnside
December 16, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Congratulations to our P7 pupils who managed to raise a fantastic £427.40 with their stalls at the Christmas Fayre!

A huge thank you to everyone who came along, your support is always greatly appreciated.

Our Christmas Hamper Raffle was a huge success. Winners will be drawn tomorrow… GOOD LUCK!
December 10, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Nature Rangers were inside most of our session today but braved the elements to hang our garlands for the birds foxes and squirrels.
December 10, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Room 12 have been investigating pneumatics this week, understanding how they work & how they are used in the real world. They made their own pneumatic system to control a puppet which they designed. Well done, we are so proud of your effort & accomplishments with this task.
December 10, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Primary 1 have been learning all about People Who Help Us. We were visited by the Police and Fire Brigade. They told us all about their jobs.
December 4, 2025 at 2:58 PM
December 1, 2025 at 9:14 AM
We wanted to say a huge THANK YOU to everyone who has donated pre-loved toys, books & games over the past week.

As you see our store room is FULL so we have to close donations to get everything sorted through for the big day.
We hugely appreciate all we’ve been given, so thank you again.
November 25, 2025 at 9:19 AM
** 2 of 2** Whether it’s a bottle of your favourite tipple (or least-favourite from the back of your cupboard!), a bottle of shower gel, ketchup or Champagne! We’ll take it! 🙋🏼‍♀️

Pupils are welcome to DRESS-DOWN in return for their bottle donations 👖👚👕🧢
November 24, 2025 at 9:37 AM
**1 of 2** This Friday, 28th November, the Parent Council are collecting bottle donations at the school gates at 9am and 3pm 🏫

All donations are hugely appreciated and will feature at our TOMBOLA STALL at the Christmas Fayre on 6th December 🎄
November 24, 2025 at 9:37 AM
SportsHall Competition 2 ✅

Another amazing day as the second half of our athletics team took to the floor! A very competitive field but our P6/7 pupils put on a great display of teamwork, support, determination and great attitude. We are so proud of you all ⭐️
November 21, 2025 at 6:08 PM
We are unable to access the school office email address at the moment. Apologies for any inconvenience caused. Any email enquiries can be directed to Ms McDonald at the Head Teacher email address: headteacher@burnside-pri.s-lanark.sch.uk
November 20, 2025 at 12:59 PM
This Friday will be a dress down day to collect chocolate donations for our Christmas Fayre. It is also 'Be Bright Day' to raise awareness of winter road safety. Children are encouraged to wear something bright/fluorescent to help them be noticeable on the way to and from school.
November 17, 2025 at 7:10 PM
In class today, Room 11 analysed the lyrics of the Scottish national anthem 'Flower of Scotland' linked to their Scottish Wars of Independence topic. They demonstrated brilliant creativity — being curious about the lyrics and confidently sharing their interpretations.
November 17, 2025 at 6:55 PM